Admissions Overview
The admission process at Marshall University has a 96% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Marshall University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
96%
Less Selective
Application Volume
6,499
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
28%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Marshall University has a 96% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Marshall University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$40
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
High School Transcript
Not ConsideredPersonal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Marshall University. About 73% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 890 to 1,130. Additionally, about 56% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 24.
SAT Scores
73% of students submitted400
1600
890 – 1130
200
800
470 – 580
200
800
420 – 550
ACT Scores
56% of students submitted1
36
18 – 24
1
36
18 – 25
1
36
17 – 25
Admission Statistics
6,499 students applied to Marshall. Of those, 96% were accepted (6,269 students). Of these 6,269 accepted students, 1,739 chose to enroll.
6,499
Total Applicants
6,269
Students Admitted
1,739
Students Enrolled
96%
Acceptance Rate